In this episode of Growing Up Spanglish, we chat with Kangie, a creative artist who shares her story of growing up as an immigrant from Peru to Broward County, Florida. Kangie discusses her experiences of cultural adjustment, the emotional journey of visiting her homeland after gaining U.S. citizenship, and the community-building efforts through X-Laced collective. She also reflects on her relationship with her supportive mother and the artistic inspirations from her family. Through this conversation, Kangie highlights the challenges and triumphs of balancing her Peruvian roots with her American identity, and how these experiences shape her art and life. Join us for an inspiring and heartfelt discussion on identity, creativity, and resilience.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:31 Meet the Hosts: Roxy and KJ
01:13 Special Guest: Kangie
02:35 Kangie's Journey to Citizenship
11:02 The Name Change Story
15:37 High School and Early Career
19:34 Building a Creative Community
27:49 Faith and Spirituality
32:28 The Power of Love and Manifestation
33:30 A Mother's Sacrifice and Migration Journey
35:30 Parental Influence and Personal Growth
39:17 Returning to Peru: Emotional Reflections
45:38 Cultural Identity and Artistic Inspiration
53:16 Peruvian Cuisine and Family Traditions
58:27 The Cookie Tin Mystery and Final Thoughts